Ive spent more time. Now Im 33, and I'm getting full bottom dental implants. I have asked doctors repeatedly if this medication[Show More]When I started taking Buprenorphine over 4 yrs ago I had BEAUTIFUL teeth! I have been prescribed suboxone, both the tabs and films, first time was in 2013, I am currently still on the films. I can't afford insurance I've had bone loss so dentures aren't working for my top. Prim Care Companion CNS Disord 2013;15:PCC.13l01533. Soboxone saved my life when I started it in 2014 and have been on it off and on for years now. Idk why the dont make a sweetener free version like with liquid methadone doesnt take a genius to know that tak. I can't say that I regret taking Suboxone because it truly saved my life. The makers of this drug should be held accountable for this harm. 3 months ago they finally warned us in group and i said i knew it,i knew my teeth were rapidly messing up. It was a very upsetting time since I could not find the culprit, thus I made sure to pay even more attention to my teeth and followed an excellent oral health regimenwithout success. It's embarrassing and has caused a serious problem in my overall quality of life! I wish I wouldve known this was going to happen. I have been on Suboxone to treat opioid dependence. I will get a lawsuit going one way or another. I notice it and I have great looking teeth. To make matters worse, I want to salvage what few teeth I have left and return to opioid analgesics but because of the new egregiously draconian laws surrounding buprenorphine use, no pain management will let me return to milder alternatives because they think you're a drug seeker. I'm now 37 years old, and dang near need a full set of dentures because of Suboxone. my husband and I have both been prescribed Suboxone for several years with no knowledge of potential tooth decay, my husband lost all his teeth, and now has dentures at 31, and I also have had multiple fillings and teeth pulled, and issues. The last dentist I went to made me feel even worse as she acted like I was beyond fixing. The constant agony. My teeth were damn near perfect before I started the tablets in late 2018 then my dr. moved me to strips as my body wasnt metabolizing the tablets well. This has cost over $50,000 in damages to repair. Ive tried to get help with dentures but have no money. There are options out there besides suboxone that dont have this side effect that could of been taken but due to suboxone manufacturers not disclosing this I didnt know it was something I needed to worry about. Separating this drug effect from that of the previous drugs that resulted in the suboxone Rx is likely impossible. Looking to see if there is a suboxone class action for dental problems. Weve both suffered through many many abscesses and have had multiple teeth pulled and spent soooo many nights suffering with tooth aches. I never had any dental issues until I started suboxone and no one informed me that this could be a side effect. You think you would told about side effects of this magnitude. Im not wasting any time. The medication helped save my life but has also caused me heartache and pain. I used to be a model and musician, however, since I lost my teeth I also lost any confidence and have not played any concerts since my face feels complete alien to me. I had dentures at the age 32. However, it has WRECKED my teeth. Similac and Enfamil Cow's Milk Formula Caused Preterm Infant To Develop NEC, Lawsuit Claims, Lawsuit Against Hair Relaxer Manufacturers Alleges Black Women Targeted, Without Disclosing Cancer Risks, Paraquat Health Side Effects Hidden By Syngenta Since 1950s, Uncovered Documents Reveal. Over this time my teeth have rapidly declined. Am J Addict 2012;21:494-5. I have lost 4 teeth and I am losing more as a result of using Subutex Ive tried to get help with dentures but have no money. I had perfect teeth before going on methadone and subs, never a single cavity. This is amazing yet when I started reaching out to doctor about the potential risks of tooth decay (as i had started experiencing rapid tooth decay and loss of teeth) I was told time and time again that suboxone doesnt do this. Something needs to be done to rectify the trauma that has been done to patients teeth!!! Well since taking suboxone my weight is a lunch higher #, I have no good teeth and very few that can actually do something, my children miss out on a lot and I am embarrassed to go anywhere. But after hearing this maybe there is something else going on. It hurts to eat and I constantly have to pick food out of the broken teeth. But after hearing this maybe there is something else going on. Weve both suffered through many many abscesses and have had multiple teeth pulled and spent soooo many nights suffering with tooth aches. If you have questions, please call the refund administrator at 1-877-545-0238. I am barely 50 years old and have to wear a complete upper denture. After researching this issue, I have learned that Suboxone weakens the bones around the teeth, thereby loosening the teeth, and they fall out. My teeth got so bad about a year in I had all of them taken out. Yet the Drug Enforcement Administration often makes it hard for pharmacies to. I have been on suboxone for almost 4 years and I am 4 years sober. I already suffered with major depression before my teeth were destroyed and now it's substantially worse. I literally had near perfect tee. mental health. Over a span of 2 years, I have lost 3 healthy teeth as a result of taking Suboxone. Now, when the hell is someone gonna give a crap enough to move forward with representation for us? Im lost. There needs to be a lawsuit against them for this, and they should pay at a minimum enough to fix everyone's teeth, that has damage from the sub use. Again, I wish the makers of Subutex and Suboxone would have it made clear how drastically their medication affect ones teeth since I would have chosen a different treatment. I stopped suboxone and went back to the methadone clinic bc in order to get the white Subutext pills (originals) u either had to be pregnant or nursing or have Hepatitis. I never had problems with my teeth, yet slowly my dental health became worse without an obvious cause. I should not have to walk around toothless. I've been in Suboxone since 2012. I am up late again due to another infection in my teeth. Everyone should have all their dental procedures paid for including Implants because this medication is the SOLE reason my teeth are destroyed!!! Find the resources you need to understand how consumer protection law impacts your business. Ive had to have 5 teeth removed and I have a partial that comes in and out. I still have my bottom teeth. I am in need of dentures, now. Everyone knows how long you have to wait for a dentist appointment and when ive went i need a oral surgeon. I had a beautiful smile, and I worked in professional positions, which I can no longer do. Started taking Suboxone in 2009 (orange octagons) when they were first released in Alabama for 2-3yrs its was an "all natural" with ZERO side effects. Started taking Suboxone in 2009 (orange octagons) when they were first released in Alabama for 2-3yrs its was an "all natural" with ZERO side effects. After a couple years of use my teeth literally started crumbling about to the point they would break off to the gum. Memo from Chair Lina M. Khan to commission staff and commissioners regarding the vision and priorities for the FTC. In the beginning, when my first few molars began crumbling, I was told its not related. In fact, none of us knew that we weren't supposed to be on it for longer than A certain amount of time yet we also all know that these doctors push it and push it and when you're done with the opioid addiction they push it some more with "pain control." I'm so depressed I'd rather die then live like this!!!! As a dental professional Im sickened by the effects Ive seen due to this medication. Over a span of 2 years, I have lost 3 healthy teeth as a result of taking Suboxone. This also has cau. 4 years later here I sit I had chalked it up to putting my body thru too much over the years never a medication that was meant to save my life- my teeth are rottting. Been on buprenorphine since 2010. Now I've had to have about $10,000 worth of work just in the last 2 years alone! When I started taking Buprenorphine over 4 yrs ago I had BEAUTIFUL teeth! This also has caused severe depression. Dentist said its not due to dental hygiene - my gums are great. With all of that being said. Ive been on suboxone 4 years and have had to get all my teeth removed, 2 dental surgeries, and am in the process of getting dentures or denture implants. I had perfect teeth before starting them, not even a single cavity. I was told I have prettty much no enamel on my teeth.. My teeth are falling apart & i feel so embarresed & i have always kept brushing my teeth but they seem to just be getting worse Is this lawsuit in CANADA???.. God knows they can afford it!! Good point. I was never informed of any concerns that it may cause any dental problems, everyone should have been told about the risk before prescribing. Likely, I had a full set of X-rays taken about 6 months apart (changed dentists and insurance) and started Suboxone (Belbuca) right around the first set of X-rays. Dental caries and periodontal disease among people who use drugs: a systematic review and meta-analysis. A friend of mine isnt on any medication at all and she has dental problems as well. I have about 5.5 teeth left in my mouth and have been this way about 2 years. Has to have teeth numbing otc meds for the pain. I am in need of dentures, now. I needed it for 2 weeks. Patients shouldn't have to suffer like this!!! I never smile if i do i turn my head away from people and have to get antibiotics for infections. 3 months ago they finally warned us in group and i said i knew it,i knew my teeth were rapidly messing up. It was a painfully long process to fix my teeth and now I am embarrassed when I smile and it is difficult to eat many different types of food. She trusted her provider to have her best interest at heart and was lied to. Please help. My dentist didnt say anything about the medication being to blame but that its mostly genetics and having children can mess with your teeth. I was prescribed Suboxone several times from 2010 to 2028. After a couple years of use my teeth literally started crumbling about to the point they would break off to the gum. I developed almost 20 cavities in 6 months being on this stuff. The embarrassment and shame I feel is unbearable!! I had surgery which caused complications and was put on a very high mg of pain meds by my Dr. 2023 Copyright AboutLawsuits.com. I have been on suboxone since 2016, Im in the process of being tapered off of it. I was never informed of any concerns that it may cause any dental problems, everyone should have been told about the risk before prescribing. class Action Lawsuit going so maybe we can get the money due to us to fix our destroyed teeth. By neither her physician nor the pharmacist. We were never informed that to get clean it would cost us our smiles. I've been taking Belbuca 450mcg 2x a day for over 4 years. But tooth decay can be prevented with a few simple adjustments. I was told I have prettty much no enamel on my teeth.. Now Im 33, and I'm getting full bottom dental implants. Big pharma needs to be held accountable for this. Suboxone & Methadone Side Effects On Teeth - Recovery.org my husband has six teeth remaining on the top, all of which are broken, decayed, or infected. I only have 7 left on the bottom and I keep infection. I would not have been able to do any of that without it. Listen NONE of us were warned. If you have a class action lawsuit going, I volunteer as your star witness. Since taking Suboxone my implants have come loose and I have few bottom teeth. Estimated Amount: Varies Started seeing my dentist regularly and ever since I quit the hard drugs my teeth have been fine. My prescribing doctor just told my about the potential of losing teeth as a result of using Subutex in February 2022. Other treatments included root canal, dental surgery, and other restorative procedures such as crowns and implants. I don't know what I'm going to do. She was prescribed OxyContin back when they told people it was non-habit forming. Now, when the hell is someone gonna give a crap enough to move forward with representation for us? Now, I rarely smile and when I do I cover my mouth! Now I stuck at 32 with no teeth and cant afford to get them fix. Many cases reported a combination of dental decay, tooth loss, and tooth fractures in numerous teeth. I was given Suboxone so I could stop taking pain medication for an injury. Despite this, the benefits of buprenorphine medicines clearly outweigh the risks. So much that my dentist said as along as I keep taking care of them I may never need major dental work. I've had painful infections and several root canals. I did not abuse my medication, I took them as my Dr said and was on them over a year. These companies, including the FDA care nothing about us. So hang in there. I feel like I'm wearing those vampire teeth we used to play with as kids. _removed_. I have been unable to stop using this drug because the withdrawal is excruciating. There were ZERO articles linking the tooth decay(actually denying it). They inhibit saliva production causing dry mouth (especially while you are sleeping) which is horrible for teeth. After getting on subs with in the first 2 years my teeth literally was starting to crumble. my husband and I have both been prescribed Suboxone for several years with no knowledge of potential tooth decay, my husband lost all his teeth, and now has dentures at 31, and I also have had multiple fillings and teeth pulled, and issues. I would have NEVER took his medication had I known that it would ruin my perfect teeth. I have been on suboxone for almost 4 years and I am 4 years sober. How do I report side effects from buprenorphine? Not cracked or nothing! On top of being dependent on Suboxone, she lost her front tooth while on vacation in Florida. The worst part was that I could not attend my fathers funeral in Germany since he passed away before I received my dentures and I was too ashamed to see my family and friends in such a state. I started buprenorphine therapy not because of use disorder but because of chronic pain that needed management while I was out of a job and subsequently no insurance. It has helped me to turn my life around, I have a stable good career, and a nice home. Ive always prided myself on having excellent teeth but in 6 months that all changed. You sound stupid , jUsT BrUsH yOuR tEeTh, sorry bud,.. the shit effects the roots, you aint brushing that shit. I now have custody of my kids, a stable 40 hour a week job, my own home, and back in school for my B.B.A. It is important to know that people respond differently to all medicines depending on their health, other medicines they are taking, the diseases they have, genetic factors, and many other reasons. I am not 31 years old and am having horrible dental problems. Never in my life did i even have a cavity my smile was my pride. Likely 4 root canals still coming. I've been on Suboxone since 2009 my teeth cause me great pain physically and mentally, it's caused break ups depression social anxiety, I never touched crack or anything that would cause this problem, what do I do? All of these comments are EXACTLY the same experience my husband and I have had. After researching this issue, I have learned that Suboxone weakens the bones around the teeth, thereby loosening the teeth, and they fall out. Since taking Suboxone my implants have come loose and I have few bottom teeth. FTC Opioid Addiction Treatment Suboxone Lawsuit Claim Form Deadline: December 1, 2020 Who's Eligible: U.S. consumers who were prescribed Suboxone Film between March 1, 2013 and Feb. 28, 2019 are eligible to file a claim for this FTC settlement. Suboxone is a prescription oral medication used to minimize withdrawal symptoms in patients recovering from opioid addiction. Suzuki J, Park EM. I brush, floss, and use mouth wash, still cavities and decay. Screen patients for oral disease and ask about their oral health history prior to beginning therapy with a transmucosal buprenorphine medicine. I would not have been able to do any of that without it. After the medicine is completely dissolved, take a large sip of water, swish it gently around your teeth and gums, and swallow. I hardly go out anymore because I used to have a beautiful smile and now it's disgusting. I used opiates for a year before starting suboxone. The injuries reported include dental decay, loss of teeth, cavities (dental caries), and tooth destruction. I wait 6 months and the oral surgeon isnt there. Of course unless you can show that the ingredients they use are instantly harmful to teeth, then maybe you got a case. My dentist has been totally stumped about my mouth!! I am originally from Germany and tooth extractions are just not done there (except wisdom teeth) so when I was told by my dentist last summer that I had to get all my upper teeth pulled I was in shock and so upset that I did not know how to go on and had a nervous breakdown. When we all know they were well aware of the dental problems it would cause. However, the FDA indicates there have been more than 300 cases of tooth decay and dental problems reported among patients, most commonly involving tooth decay among users in their 40s, but dental problems have also been seen among those as young as 18 years old. Since this happening, I have watched her teeth fall apart one-by-one, I have watched her confidence dwindle away slowly as her smile became smaller and smaller. Ive spent more time[Show More]I have been on suboxone since 2016, Im in the process of being tapered off of it. Same for weight. In fact, none of us knew that we weren't supposed to be on it for longer than A certain amount of time yet we also all know that these doctors push it and push it and when you're done with the opioid addiction they push it some more with "pain control." Switched to Subzolv bc of the nodding all time and taste. I have been on suboxone for 4 years, i didn't have dental problems until I started, iam only 39 yrs old, now everyone of mine has tooth decay or broken and missing and it is so hard to be able to afford getting them fixed. Medical Malpractice Attorney in Las Vegas, NV. I had to have all my teeth removed and get implant dentures at the age of 38 which cost me over $10,000. I have been on suboxone since 2014. This medication that was supposed to help me get off painkillers due to car accidents, has done nothing but ruin my life and take the one thing that was most important to me, my teeth. All in the name of profit. I had four teeth pulled this year. I never had problems with my teeth, yet slowly my dental health became worse without an obvious cause. I began taking suboxone in 2007, I have never taken more than a 1/4 of a strip at a time, I have lost all the top molars on one side of my mouth, 2 on the other, all the teeth along my gum line are black, and the only 2 teeth I have left that fit together and can chew with, are completely hollowed out and I'm unable to chew anything hot, cold, or crunchy at all. This had been the worst time of my life! But Ive been having all sorts of teeth problems. The ones that are there are broken and decayed. I've had to go thru so much pain during some of my visits, I need to go more and I'm just so damn scared!!! An official website of the United States government, : There is approximately $500,000 left in the settlement fund. After getting on subs with in the first 2 years my teeth literally was starting to crumble. Philips DreamStation, CPAP and BiPAP machines sold in recent years may pose a risk of cancer, lung damage and other injuries. I have photos of my smile before starting Buprenorphine and current photos.. disgusting! Counsel patients about the potential for dental problems and the importance of taking extra steps after the medicine has completely dissolved, including to gently rinse their teeth and gums with water and then swallow. I've been prescribed them for 9.5 years now. With that being said my teeth are in absolute terrible condition now. Going to see a dentist but I know I cant afford $20,000 of dental work neither. Please please tell your story so we can gain recognition and are able to hold the makers of Suboxone responsible for their lack of transparency about its awful side effects. Why was this never warned to me before? Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. She will never get back the smiles lost and the opportunities she missed out on secondary to watching her mouth fall apart. We didnt choose opioid addiction, and we trusted our doctors when we were told This drug is safe; referring to both the opioids as well as the Suboxone. I had perfect teeth. Ive had so many issues with my teeth and after 6 years on suboxone my teeth are breaking for no reason. I had all my dental repairs up to date and during the past 5 years on suboxone my teeth have gotten horrible. No ONE once told me this COULD happen!!!!!! Lina M. Khan was sworn in as Chair of the Federal Trade Commission on June 15, 2021. So i need help cause my insurance is medicade and work at a grocery store with 5 kids to work for. I had a full set of X-rays taken about 6 months apart (changed dentists and insurance) and started Suboxone (Belbuca) right around the first set of X-rays. Let's ask those taking suboxone, that are in recovery, how often they went to the dentist or how well they took care of their teeth, whe[Show More]I find it very coincidental that the FDA puts out a warning against suboxone and now everyone seems to be coming out of the woodwork, stating they have problems with their teeth..? Your dentist can customize a tooth decay prevention plan for you. this whole story is made of lies and deception. Untill the fda acknowledged it most doctor wouldnt even mention tooth decay and if they did they say it wasnt as bad as methadone I might be on sublocade now but the damage is done. The embarrassment and shame I feel is unbearable!! Instead of coming on here to just run your mouth to make yourselves seem like you know something, how about come correct and have something to offer? I think if there was real scientific research they would see a correspondence with subs and tooth decay. And if not that, having to live with ourselves knowing that our decision to make our lives better and ditch opioids has now caused us to lose our teeth. This is not only a travesty for those of us who have legitimate pain but also a conspiracy on the part of the clinics and drug manufacturers to get you onto a drug that's cheaper for them to distribute. It causes dry mouth which created the environment for weaker teeth and or decay. Indivior ponies up $300M to put Suboxone marketing allegations to bed Brushing your teeth has nothing to do with what the OP is asking about, reading the fine print has nothing to do with what the OP is asking, you know why? I cannot get used to that. Rant over. Unfortunately this is the only dental care that is even remotely affordable. I never had problems with my teeth, yet slowly my dental health became worse without an obvious cause. Then after getting on Sub, at my next dental appt 6 months later I had more than 15 cavities and a ton of tooth decay. I've had painful infections and several root canals. I can't afford to pay for implants or anything like this. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3907320/, Sublingual Buprenorphine and Dental Problems: A Case Series, My teeth were horrible from meth and heroin use prior to subs. 2.5 million people in the U.S. taking Suboxone. Other studies have linked buprenorphine as the best drug to treat neonatal abstinence, among infants born addicted to narcotic painkillers. No ONE once told me this COULD happen!!!!!! The manufacturer should take full financial responsibility for these issues. Now it's too late I will be in dentures soon hopefully and hopefully will find the confidence that I once had. From my experience its more like 3/4 have issues(so should say most). If i knew the impact i wouldn't have started these at all. No withdrawals! My mouth is in so much pain all the t[Show More]I had no cavities, perfect white teeth for the last 25 years.